West Essex YMCA

CIT Programs

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At the Y, we let you pay your summer camp balance in a way that works for you! When you sign up, you'll need to provide payment information, but you stay in control. As long as you pay each installment before the due date listed on your receipt, no automatic payment will be processed. If you partially pay early, only the remaining balance will be charged. You can make payments anytime from registration until each installment’s due date, at any frequency.
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ALL CAMPS: Starting February 1, a $35 administrative fee will be added for changes to your camp experience. April 1 - Final day for camp deposit refund.

The purpose of the Counselor-In-Training Program at West Essex Day Camps (Pioneer Trails and Super Summer) is to provide instruction through practical experience and hands-on learning to acquire skills that are essential in becoming an effective camp counselor.   

The CIT program will focus on all aspects of leadership, teamwork, decision making and problem solving and guiding children’s behavior, along with building a foundation of knowledge about our camp policies, procedures and programs. You’ll meet each day with other CIT’s to discuss your experience and ideas, and spend time working hands-on working alongside a counselor and a specific group of children.

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Rates:

Pioneer Trails CIT Camp
  
Down Payment $100/week
Member Fee $710/week
Community Fee $718/week
   
Save 10% of listed rates with a Family Membership  
No Camp July 4th  

 

Super Summer CIT Camp
  
Down Payment $100/week
Member Fee $566/week
Community Fee $571/week
   
Save 10% of listed rates with a Family Membership  
No Camp July 4th  

 

CIT Eligibility Qualifications 

  • Students entering 9th or 10th or grades in the fall up to age 16.
  • Attend a minimum of 2 weeks of Pioneer Trails/Super Summer (the first session is recommended).
  • Previous West Essex Y camp experience preferred, but not necessary. 

Fees: 10% discount on full camp fee. 

Once accepted as a CIT, candidates will be invited to an Orientation session to review responsibilities and expectations and answer any questions that you may have.

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